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How to Play Bridge

By Joe Andrews

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Bridge is one of the great classic card games, having evolved from the game of Whist. It was "created" in the late 1890s, and a set of Rules was devised in 1904. This game was originally entitled "Auction Bridge." The modern game (1925) is ... more »

How to Play Cutthroat in Pool

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Cutthroat is a great three-player game and a sure-fire way to make your friends despise you, or vice versa, depending on who wins... more »

How to Play Paranoia

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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Paranoia is without doubt one of the funniest, strangest and most entertaining RPGs on the market. Instead of working with your group to achieve common goals, everyone is working against the other players to achieve their own devious ends! ... more »

How to Play Ping Pong

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Ping pong or table tennis dates back to the end of the 1800s. It became an Olympic event in the 1980s. Although you can find the official rules at the sites listed in the resource section, this step-by-step gives you the basics on the way most ... more »

How to Play Table Skittles

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Table Skittles started as a popular game in pubs in Britain in the 1700s as a miniaturized version of the full-scale Skittles game which slightly resembles modern-day bowling. This game is also known as 'Devil Amongst the Tailors,' based on a ... more »

How to play the card game "Egyptian Rat Screw"

By le12ahw

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This is an extremely fun card game that is best played with two people. You can play with three or four, as well, but the more people playing the less challenging the game becomes... more »

How to Play the Orks in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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Stomp da humies and stomp ‘em good! The Orks are tough, numerous, mean and green! Unfortunately, contrary to their nature, they are quite difficult to play, and even more difficult to play well. They require strategy and the knowledge of how to ... more »

How to Play the Snip Snap Snorem Card Game

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Snip Snap Snorem is an old card game that originated in England. It's easy enough for kids to play, yet fun for adults as well. Your goal in this game is to be the first to get rid of all your cards. Get a group of people to play–the more the ... more »

How to Play the Space Marines in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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The pillars of the Imperium, the Space Marines are a force to be reckoned with. Armed with the most advanced armor and weapons the Imperium can produce, the Emperor’s Space Marines bring his light to the far corners of the universe. But they are ... more »

How to Play Two Handed Hearts

By Joe Andrews

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Hearts is one of the oldest classic card games, having originated in Spain, circa 1750. It evolved from a game called "Reversis." The most familiar version of Hearts is played by four persons in an individuals or "cutthroat" format. The "every ... more »

How to Bid a No Trump Bridge Hand (Lesson 3)

By Joe Andrews

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In this article we will explore the 1 NT (No Trump) bid. There is no suit to be named with this bid. The term is self-explanatory. The opening bid of One No Trump is as precise a bid in the game of Bridge as you will find. Your partner and the ... more »

How to Bid Two and Three Level Openers in Bridge (Lesson 5)

By Joe Andrews

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Lesson 5 brings us to higher level opening bids in Bridge. The most common opening bid is one of a suit or one of No Trump. Opening (strong) bids on the two level fall into the realm of holding very powerful hands and occur less frequently. Note: ... more »

How to Determine if a Pool Cue Is Straight

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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You'll see some pool players holding the cue stick up horizontally at eye level to see if it is warped. Here's another way to check... more »

How to Get A Deck Of Cards Ready To Play Spades With Four Jokers

By AngelBean

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Getting a deck of cards ready to play a game of spades is really easy. Believe me, you will be done in less than seven minutes... more »

How to Hit the Ball to Stick in Pool

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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The trick to being a really good player is to leave the cue ball where you want it after a shot. Making the cue ball stop dead in its tracks after it hits the object ball is called making it "stick.".. more »

How to Hustle in Pool

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Really good pool players can have a hard time getting anyone to bet against them. Thus, if you're a shark who wants to win some cash on the table, it becomes necessary to hustle... more »

How to Paint Warhammer Models

By elatoria

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This Article will give you the basics of the different techniques and style of painting Warhammer Models. Its not indepth but it should get you started in the right direction to make some very stunning minis!.. more »

How to Play Air Hockey

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Air hockey burst onto the scene in 1972 when it was released for public play first by the Brunswick Billiards company. Within a few years, air hockey tables could be found in bars and arcades throughout the USA and public tournaments took place ... more »

How to play Bakugan Battle Brawlers

By LaurenSwan

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Bakugan is marble trading card game based on a cartoon show. Learn step by step how to play Bakugan Battle Brawlers... more »

How to Play Chaos in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War

By Nate Chang, eHow Expert

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While it may not always be appealing to play the bad guys, the forces of Chaos have a lot going for them! Their units are tough, mean and fight dirty! Playing them is easy, mastering them is a bit difficult, but not so hard as mastering the Orks. ... more »

How to play domino's

By imaqueen1975

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Basic of how to play domino's.. more »

How to Play Foosball

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Foosball, or table soccer, is a great game for people of any skill level. All you need are some foosballs and the table. You'll find foosball tables on college campuses, in arcades, or in the recesses of many a basement rec room... more »

How to Play Jenga

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Jenga broke into the gaming world in the 1980s when Hasbro began marketing and distributing the game. The name 'Jenga' is based on a Swahili verb meaning 'to build.' The game makes use of 54 identical small wooden blocks with each block measuring ... more »

How to Play Pool Golf

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

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Here's a good pool table game for when you're really tired of the traditional games. Just like regular golf, up to four players can play... more »

How to Play Spades Variations

By Joe Andrews

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Spades is a popular American card game that was created in Cincinnati in the late 1930s. The "Old School" variation is loosely based on the game of Bid Whist and the modern game features "Nils" and "Bags." The basic premise is: the trump suit is ... more »

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